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A Laurencekirk Musical Snuff Box
Estimate: $800-$1,200
Sold
$1,200
Live Auction
European Furniture and Decorative Arts
Location
Chicago
Description
A Laurencekirk Musical Snuff Box
First Quarter 19th Century
with 2 1/2 inch cylinder, reverse sectional comb and teeth in groups of three and four, in burlwood case with oval painting in lid of a ship in harbor.
Height 1 x width 3 5/8 x depth 2 1/4 inches.
Property from the Myra and Larry Karp Collection of Musical Boxes and Automata, Seattle, Washington
This lot is located in Chicago.
Condition
The case in good, stable condition with a few small nicks to corners consistent with age and handling. The musical mechanism appears intact, takes a wind a runs but the 'Stop' lever does not activate. Additional images and video available upon request.